Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs

Framingham Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Division consists of 5 departments: Parks, Recreation, Council on Aging, Loring Arena, and Cemeteries. 

NEW OFFICE HOURS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2023 - The City of Framingham Parks & Recreation Administration Office, located at 475 Union Ave, Framingham, Ma., will be following the same hours as City Hall beginning January 1, 2023. The new hours are:

  • Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fridays, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Mission

The purpose of the Framingham Parks and Recreation Department is to create recreation opportunities, preserve open space, manage public athletic fields and parks, and administer recreation programs and facilities for the varied population of Framingham.

FRAMINGHAM RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Framingham Recreation provides approximately 300 formal programs yearly. These opportunities are made possible by a combination of user fees and public tax dollars. In addition, most programs are available to non-residents for an additional fee.

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

Policies for all recreation programs and facilities are determined by the Framingham Parks and Recreation Commission, which consists of a 5-member board appointed by the Mayor. Please visit the City Meeting Portal for meeting information.

Kathleen F. Hauck, Chair
Term Expires: June 30, 2024
David Gudejko, Vice Chair
Term Expires: June 30, 2023
Jose Ferreira, Member
Term Expires: June 30, 2025
Tony Tolson, Member
Term Expires: June 30, 2025
Jeanne Bizzoco, Member
Term Expires June 30, 2024

For more information regarding Framingham Parks & Recreation Commission, please visit the Commission Page